Medical Technologist Certified or MLT Certified

Job Summary

Peace Island Medical Center in Friday Harbor, WA seeks a Medical Technologist (Certified) or a Medical Laboratory Technician (Certified) for a full‑time, 1.00 FTE, night shift (Tuesday through Friday, 17:45–04:15, with on‑call). Salary ranges: $41.60–62.39 per hour for a Medical Technologist; $34.67–52.00 per hour for an MLT. Additional benefits include full medical/dental/vision coverage, a 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching, paid time off, employer‑paid life and disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, wellness benefits, and an expanded EAP/mental health program.

• Perform complex laboratory procedures and tests (blood bank, chemistry, hematology, immunology, microbiology) using established protocols.
• Evaluate specimens, apply testing criteria, and ensure quality through monitoring, troubleshooting devices, and correcting anomalies.
• Conduct waived, moderate, and high‑complexity tests while maintaining detailed records and laboratory documentation.
• Maintain equipment and tools; perform routine calibration, quality assurance testing, and routine maintenance to ensure optimal performance.
• Assist supervisors or technical specialists with the evaluation of new methods and procedures.
• Consult with clinicians, supervisors, and other caregivers on test results, protocol requirements, and testing procedures.
• Provide direction and guidance to phlebotomy and specimen management teams, assist with orientation of new caregivers and students, and assess competencies.
• Participate in departmental in‑services, continuing education, competency assessment, and proficiency testing activities; provide support for CAP, HIPAA, and related compliance.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by supervisory staff or the Laboratory Medical Director.

• Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory Science, Chemistry, Biological Science, or an equivalent science discipline.
• Qualified as a Medical Technologist under CLIA (42 CFR 493.1489).
• Preferable completion of an accredited laboratory training program; program/institution must be accredited by a regional or national accrediting agency.
• Minimum 2 years of clinical experience performing high‑complexity testing in a clinical laboratory (new graduates considered).
• Certification: ASCP, AMT, AAB, or equivalent (e.g., ASCPi, CSMLS) required upon hire.

• Associate’s degree in Medical Laboratory Technician from an accredited laboratory training program or an equivalent education as defined by CLIA (42 CFR 493.1489).
• Program/institution must be accredited by a regional or national accreditation agency.
• Minimum 2 years of experience performing high‑complexity testing in a clinical laboratory (new graduates considered).
• Certification: ASCP, AMT, or equivalent required upon hire.

Peace Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. EEO affirmatively action.